Four problems related to gas recirculation valve (egr valve) have been reported for the 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that the vehicle became overheated and the steering wheel became hard to maneuver intermittently. The check engine warning light was also illuminated sporadically. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where it was diagnosed that the manual temperature sensor, reflash module, and the sensor exhaust manifold needed to be replaced. There were multiple repairs performed on the vehicle however, the failure was recurring. The dealer then diagnosed that the diesel exhaust sensor, egr valve, gasket, crank case sensor and the differential pressure sensor needed to be replaced, in addition to an unknown component of the steering gear box. The vehicle was not completely repaired and the check engine warning light was still illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 33,492.
Exhaust fumes entering the cab via the heater-a/c fresh air intake. Does not do this when the "recirculation" mode is used. I've had an independent shop and three different Dodge dealer shops check for the problem. The first three shops could find nothing wrong. The last shop said there was a small leak in the egr valve assembly. I had dealership shop (lithia Dodge of roseburg,or) replace the egr valve/cooler assembly (at a cost of $1,068. 84). This did not cure or reduce the problem. My feeling is since this is an intermittent problem, it may have something to do with the smog system-most likely the diesel particulate filter operation. I do know that I'm not the only person having this year diesel truck problem. Is there a cure??? also, the truck does not have any black smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe. I have always used the correct oil and fuel in this vehicle. All updates are current according to Dodge dealer.
There has not yet been an accident but I received a notice in the mail saying that the dash silencer pad in my truck may sag and contact the exhaust gas recirculation cooler, and that it may cause the silencer pad to locally overheat and cause an under hood fire without warning. I called the dealer where I purchased the truck and they told me that they would have to order more parts and that they could have it buy the middle for the following week. It is now Saturday of the following week and now I am told that Chrysler is only allowing 5 support brackets a week and that they won't be able to install for at least two weeks. Now this is supposed to be a safety issue that could potentially cause an under hood fire. I work construction and have to travel for work, I have a 34 foot 5th wheel that I, my wife and two children live in so we can be where ever the job requires. So what happens when this occurs and me and my family are pulling the 5th wheel down the highway and without warning my engine compartment catches fire, with plenty of air blowing in to fuel a fire surrounded by high pressure fuel lines? how much does it cost to replace the life of myself, my wife, my 4 year old son or my 9 month old daughter?.
Had truck for 4 years , only put 42000 miles on it . Took it in to dealer for emissions problems three times , did egr /cooler /turbo / dpf " cleaning " x2 ,also upgraded ecm program /burned up and replaced, while attempting , finale straw was between 35k-42k miles , developed "death wobble " at highway speeds , took to dealer after I trouble shoot it , "was not the steering stabilizer shock" tie rod end at steering box was worn out . " non greasable " 40000 miles . Dealer said there was a "bulletin out " they replaced all steering linkage "tierod ends + rods " , then claimed it on the extended warranty , I paid the deductible / called Dodge , then traded off the truck for a Ford . Loved the Dodge truck / cummins eng. Hate Dodge service , I manage a 30 truck fleet , we had 10 Dodge's , now will have less in the future.